The 150 people who participated in this year’s event were dwarfed by the large rallies that culminated in the repeal of Pennsylvania’s mandatory helmet law 10 years ago. Under current law, experienced bikers age 21 and older may ride helmetless, as can their passengers who are at least age 21.

ABATE lobbyist Charles Umbenhauer says the group is backing a bill to limit the issuance of learner’s permits to the same person to three within a five-period.